Weekends in the Kitchen and Beyond
There are a handful of snack cakes and quick breads that I like to whip up from time to time to keep the family happy. What I bake is usually dependent on the season. Fall = pumpkin bread and cranberry bread. Winter = honey cake and spice cake. Spring = lemon cake. Summer = zucchini […]
These cookies beautifully exemplify the rugged roots of Polish culture from centuries ago–or at least my exotic view of it. They are crunchy, gritty, and sharp-tasting. They are not very sweet, although a lot of honey goes into them. I can imagine munching on them after a long, exhausting trek through snowy, mountainous terrain. No […]
New Year’s Eve is just around the corner, and I find myself in need of figuring out an appropriate appetizer. I don’t feel that a cheese ball or an artichoke, hummus, or guacamole dip would fit the bill. I am looking for an appetizer that could be passed around while guests hold a glass of […]
Honey-based gingerbread cookies are a Polish specialty. The city of Toruń is particularly known for their gingerbread cookies. The cookies date back to the Medieval times–I love them just for this reason! While Christmas-themed gingerbread cookies are made in our home during the holiday season, these cookies can be enjoyed anytime of year. Wedel is one brand that we […]
Out of my top 3 Polish Christmas treats, this has got to be no. 1. Slathered in a chocolate glaze, layered with plum/prune filling, this spicy honey cake is to die for. Working with honey is always tricky though. This year was no exception. First, I had to heat up some honey. I added sugar […]